decorator show house.

After finishing up another successful Decorator Show House, I am ecstatic to show you pictures of the rooms I did--I ended up doing a bedroom AND a jack-and-jill bathroom this year.  I was so excited to participate in this great event again this year-for those of you who don't know, this was the second year that the Decorator Show House took place.  Its proceeds benefit the newly opened Faith Refuge for Women, which is a truly wonderful facility.  For more info on it, check out their website.

When I was asked to be a part of the event this year, I was thrilled to pick out my room-the house was full of so much potential, but when I stumbled upstairs to the bedrooms, I knew I had found my spot.  Two bedrooms upstairs were.........HOT PINK.  Pepto Bismol pink according to some.

we didn't hold up a bottle for comparison but....

you can see the match is almost perfect!

You could literally see a pink glow down the hallway from the rooms, they were so bright!  The bathroom connected the two rooms, and I couldn't just leave it alone.  I knew that someone else would be doing the other bedroom, so I thought this bathroom would be a wonderful "transitional" space between two most likely diverse designs.  

this is looking in from my room

you can see a glow of pink from the other room

After choosing to do both the bedroom and bathroom, I left with so many ideas going through my head!  I was excited about all the possibilities I had-but I think I had a few people who thought I was a little crazy for not painting the room...everyone kept asking me when I would be painting, and what color I would be painting the walls-new colors had to be approved by the current home owner.  

During set-up, curiosity got the better of everyone, and people continued to stop by to see what in the world I was doing to this room-what could possibly go with pepto pink walls?! 

Quite a lot actually.

I adore this view!

we had to resist the urge to jump on the bed.

you can never have too many pillows.  ever.

stripes.  always a classic.

this dresser was a huge hit!

i can't even tell you how pleased i was with the window treatments!

'lynley' canvas--you can custom order these!

new lamp shades-fabulous!

I love all the details that went into making this room complete. 

  I was really pleased with the bathroom as well-exchange some hardware and drapes and you can get a completely different look!

the Trapp candles 

  thank you to everyone who came out to see the room!

mother's day.

Still wondering what to give Mom for Mother's Day this year?  You've done the flowers...you've done the jewelry...you've done the framed family portrait....what could possibly be left?

I'm absolutely loving these Happy Everything  Cookbook Sets!  Not only do these gems come with an adorable little spreader, but they have ideas for every kind of party you'd ever want to throw-complete with ideas for table decor.  From summer birthday bashes to lobster feasts, it really has great ideas and inspiration.

Why not make mom something delicious out of this new cookbook, and give the book to her as a treat?  I'm sure she's going to love the Chocolate Chocolate Cake for dessert-doesn't it look yummy!?

I gave one to my mom for her birthday last month, and she LOVES it!  We've had more fun making some of the appetizers (and eating them, too), and I'm thinking I'm going to make some of the Beer Bread for my dad for Father's Day....and I've been itching to make the citrus avocado salad and watermelon margaritas.  Don't you just adore cooking for the ones you love?

take your pants off for the planet.

 I took my pants off.  now you can, too! you're probably wondering what in the world I'm talking about...and do you really have to take your pants off?  the answer is simple:

yes.  and no.

Here's the scoop:

There are lots of ways to help save the planet, but m. lynne designs has certainly come up with one of the most fun and creative ways to do this!  On May 2nd-May 5th, m. lynne designs will sponsor a denim drive that is sure to have people of all ages "taking their pants off for the planet."

Simply bring in a pair of jeans and you will receive 15% OFF your entire purchase (excluding furniture), plus a free "I took my pants off for the planet" button.  (and trust us, you'll want a button.  and 15% off, of course!)  The donated jeans will then be returned to one of our manufacturers that is not only committed to repurposing secondhand sundries into clever and functional products, but they are also devoted to keeping their wares manufactured here, in the U.S.  In addition, a percentage of sales from their repurposed gift line is donated to the National Coalition for the Homeless.

Support a local business, American made products, and eco-conscious efforts all in one day by grabbing a pair of old blue jeans from your closet and stopping by m. lynne designs on May 2nd-May 5th.  You won't want to miss the festivities we have planned-we're also having a Spring Sidewalk Sale, with some items up to 75% off!!

Saving the planet has never been so easy.

heritage society fair

Last weekend, the Wichita County Heritage Society held their 12th Annual Provenance Historic Homes Tour--and we had a booth at their fair!  The tour highlighted four historic homes in the country club estates.  I never knew there was so much history in so many of the buildings here in town!

Many of the rooms in each house had original pieces and decor in them, which was really awesome to see.  Elaborate moldings, heirloom rugs, sawn oak floors, fabulous chandeliers....if you didn't get a chance to go this year, I highly recommend making it a priority next year!  

Here's a little peak at our booth:

we finally got the doors stable!

love the flower hangars.

obsessed with the coolers and casserole carriers!

we can paint your furniture, too!

holding on so i don't blow away

wonderful help :)

these cookbooks are FAB.  

everyone loves the feet!  

 We were absolutely thrilled with how everything turned out--especially considering that we were under a HUGE threat for storms (tornadoes, massive rain, lightening, etc...) and the wind was relentless!!  As we were setting up, our doors kept blowing over, and I seriously thought they were going to knock someone out.  Thankfully, everyone left unscathed.

I will mention though, the only downside to this day-I forgot to take my allergy medicine.  Now, for those of you who know me, you know that my allergies can be tamed, but they can also be rather fierce.  Especially without the assistance of AllegraD.  Our booth was located on the grass tennis court, right under a ginormous tree...whose leaves and pollen and who knows what else were blowing constantly in our direction.  My allergies decided to attack me, about two hours before the event was over-we're talking sneezing, major migraine, blurred vision, and nausea.  Just when I thought I couldn't go on, the nicest lady realized I was having an allergy attack, and gave me some Benedryl that she had in her purse.  Thank you ma'am, whoever you were.

After all was said and done, we had a super day, met the nicest people, saw some of our favorite faces, and got to glimpse a little bit of the past.